Escorting the Heaven-Mending Pearl back to the main sect, nomination requirements, the Black Hound Immortal Sect

"So that was it." Yun Che understood. "So the Immortal Alliance actually knew about this all along and had been keeping this half of the key?"

"That's right. The other four pieces are still unaccounted for. We thought this legend was merely a fabrication by later generations, but Elder Huang took it seriously and started harboring crooked intentions."

Chief Li lifted his teacup and took a sip, then looked at Yun Che again. "Young Niu Hun, you're exceptionally capable, and you're an independent cultivator. Would you be interested in joining our Immortal Alliance? If you are, I can offer you a position as deputy commander of the enforcement team."

Yun Che smiled and shook his head, politely declining. "Thank you for your kindness, Chief Li. I've always been used to living freely and can't bear being bound by the Immortal Alliance's rules, so I'll pass."

Chief Li did not press him. He nodded and said, "Very well. Everyone has their own aspirations, so I won't insist. However, there is something I'd like your help with."

"Please go ahead, Chief. As long as it's within my power, I certainly won't refuse."

"Since this treasure legend could tempt Elder Huang, others might also have their eyes on the Heaven-Mending Pearl. I'd like you to help escort it to the Divine Prison Immortal Sect and hand it over for safekeeping. Ultimately, our Immortal Alliance is only a subordinate of the Divine Prison Immortal Sect. I'd feel more at ease handing this hot potato over to those above us."

"Rest assured, my young friend, you won't be doing this for nothing. I'll make sure you're well compensated."

Yun Che considered it briefly. Ultimately, this Immortal Alliance was a little too small, and the Immortal Power he could gather here was truly limited.

If he